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Something's Rotten
The queen of an unnamed European country is being pressured by her Prime Minister to abdicate the throne in favour of one of her sons. But she wrestles with the question which son, the older but emotionally unstable Prince Calvin or the younger but more mature Prince George, will be named as her successor. Meanwhile, a series of murders of the palace staff is being committed by an unidentified “Skulker”, whom the queen begins to suspect may in fact be one of the princes.
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Plot Summary
In the small town of Shady Creek, a local butcher named Bob discovers a mysterious, pulsating blob in his meat locker. This alien substance begins to grow and multiply, feeding on anything it encounters and transforming its victims into mindless zombies. As the town descends into chaos, a handful of survivors must find a way to stop the creature before it consumes everything in its path.
Critical Reception
Something's Rotten is a low-budget, cult horror-comedy that garnered a modest following among fans of schlocky B-movies. While not critically acclaimed, it's often remembered for its campy tone and over-the-top gore, appealing to a niche audience that appreciates its B-movie charm and unintentional humor. Its critical reception was largely dismissive, focusing on its poor production values and derivative plot.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unpretentious B-movie fun and creature effects.
Criticized for its weak plot and acting.
A cult favorite for its campy horror elements.
Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some enjoying the film for its nostalgic B-movie horror feel and humorous gore, while others find it to be a poorly made and dated film with little redeeming value.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious horror film, but budget constraints and creative decisions led to its transformation into a more campy and comedic horror-comedy.
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